The Role of Generations in Rail Transport and Maintenance, in the Light of Ongoing Developments in Infrastructure and Equipment
Abstract
Economic developments in Europe, the associated increase in demand for mobility and the achievement of climate policy objectives are all impossible without a transformation of rail transport. This transformation cannot be achieved without widespread digitalisation and automation in the rail sector. At the same time, the current labour market situation and the need to replace an ageing and shrinking workforce are key issues that all railway companies must address. This article presents the results of a generational study that identified the characteristics and preferences of the workforce. This information can be used to develop strategies that will make railway companies’ workplaces more attractive. The research focused on data-based
statements about the population of Hungary, with the expected changes in the labour market there forming the starting point. That was followed by the examination of the impact of ongoing and anticipated rail network developments, digitalisation and automation. The results of this will provide a guidance about
the number of employees required following these changes. This highlights areas where the change should result in the acquisition of new competences for employees who continue to work for the company.
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